Alberta emergency alert test to be held today at 1:55 p.m.

By Rob VogtAt 1:55 p.m. today, cell phoners will go off, messages will flash across television screens and more as Alberta will take part in a scheduled test of the National Public Alerting System.An Alberta Emergency Alert test will be issued at 1:55 p.m. across multiple channels including television, radio, wireless devices, websites, social media, the Alberta Emergency Alert mobile … Read more

Medallists

The Willow Creek Composite High School junior high “B2” girls’ volleyball team, pictured above, took third place at the league post-season tournament in the Crowsnest Pass on Nov. 7 and 8. The “B1” girls advanced all the way to the final to take second place. Photo submitted

Minister promotes rural, western and Indigenous pathways to continued tourism success

By George Lee, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Originally Published on Nov 13, 2025 at 11:15 A rich tapestry of western heritage unfolds beyond Alberta’s big cities and more famous destinations, providing amazing opportunities for tourists and rural entrepreneurs alike. That’s among the key messages offered up by Andrew Boitchenko, who joined cabinet last May as the province’s latest minister of tourism … Read more

New town council

The recently elected mayor and council for the Town of Claresholm was sworn in at a ceremony in council champers on Monday, Nov. 3. From left are Couns. Craig Zimmer; Seth Wagner; and Kandice Meister; Mayor Brad Schlossberger; and Couns. Rod Kettles; David Knox; and Kieth Carlson. For related story please see page two Photo by Rob Vogt

‘Annie’ shines spotlight on community talent

By David GaleThere’s a certain buzz around town and it’s not just the holiday season approaching. The Claresholm Arts Society is preparing to raise the curtain on “Annie”, the beloved classic about hope, family, and finding your place in the world.This production marks the organization’s 14th show and its 11th musical, another milestone in a decade-long effort to bring performing … Read more